OPW approves flood protection funds for Mountmellick retaining wall
The Office of Public Works has granted funding to repair a damaged retaining wall on Manor Road in Mountmellick, Co. Laois. This €78,737 investment aims to mitigate localised flooding risks and protect coastal areas within the county.
OPW Approves Flood Protection Funds for Mountmellick Retaining Wall
The Office of Public Works (OPW) has officially approved a funding application submitted by Laois County Council under its Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection Scheme. The scheme, introduced in 2009, provides financial support to local authorities for addressing specific flooding and coastal protection issues where solutions can be implemented quickly.
Funding of €78,737 has been allocated for remedial works on a retaining wall situated on Manor Road in Mountmellick, Co. Laois. This project is part of a broader effort to safeguard properties from flood risks within the administrative area. The OPW assesses applications based on economic, social, and environmental criteria, with funding covering up to 90% of eligible costs for projects estimated under €2 million.
Since its inception, 12 funding applications by Laois County Council have been supported under this scheme. The commencement and progression of the works remain the responsibility of the local authority, ensuring that solutions are tailored to local needs while maintaining overall flood risk management standards.